Energetics Chemist (Graduates considered)

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organization as an Energetics Chemist. This role focuses on the research, development, and manufacture of advanced materials under extreme conditions. Candidates will receive specialized training while managing and qualifying materials for production. Applicants must have a Chemistry degree and a strong practical background in technical environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry required.
• Practical experience in a technical manufacturing, process, or lab environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Developing and monitoring propellant to meet energy and ballistic requirements.
• Improving manufacturing processes and qualifying materials.
• Researching and testing materials using novel processing methods.

Skills

Self-motivation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

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Client:

CBSbutler

Location:

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

• Salary dependent on experience

A truly unique opportunity to join a world-leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organisation!

Working within the Energetics and Materials Team, you will be responsible for the research, development, clearance, and manufacture of materials and products to meet demanding requirements, including physical, chemical, thermal, mechanical, and ballistic properties under extreme conditions of temperature, pressure, and vibration.

Candidates will attend specialist training courses and conferences to develop their expertise, alongside on-the-job training to develop necessary skills and competences.

Technical Responsibilities - Energetics Chemist

• Developing and monitoring propellant to meet energy, mechanical, and ballistic requirements.
• Improving, driving efficiencies, and standardising manufacturing processes.
• Qualifying propellant and materials according to recognised defence and internal standards.
• Managing materials (stocks, quality, performance, legislation) to meet strict design requirements.
• Supporting, monitoring, and improving manufacturing processes.
• Qualifying materials for manufacturing in accordance with standards.
• Clearing ingredients and finished materials for manufacturing.
• Researching and testing materials using known and novel processing methods, including mixing technology.

Minimum Qualifications: Degree in Chemistry, with a genuine interest and aptitude in chemistry/material science, high self-motivation, and significant practical experience in a disciplined/technical manufacturing, process, or lab environment.